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Fall 2016
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Catch your Pelham Panthers Friday Nights! UPCOMING MUNICIPAL RUN-OFF ELECTION OCT. 4
SEPTEMBER IS OVARIAN/GYN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Two Council Seats at stake. Voting info on “A State of Teal” article inside by Pelham page 17 including General Election cancer survivor Tammy Anderson
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FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
Greetings, The election held on August 23rd has established who will serve as your Mayor for the next four years. Three council positions – Place 1, Place 3 and Place 4 have also been determined. The Place 2 and Place 5 races will be settled in a run-off election to be held on October the 4th. As with the primary election, the run-off election will take place at the Pelham Civic Complex. Where I am pleased and honored to serve as your Mayor for another term, I am sorely disappointed with the voter turnout for this election. 18.7 per cent voter turnout tells me we are not nurturing the form of government we have been blessed with, one that has come at a high price.
The Ancient Greeks invented Democracy. The Romans took Democracy to the next level by adding the Republic form of government where the electorate names their representatives. Our Founding Fathers perfected the notion of the Democratic Republic by infusing the idea of personal Freedom and Liberty. The Greek and Romans passed into history. Is our form of government destined to suffer the same fate? These abysmal voting numbers suggest it is possible. Yes, I suppose we all have ample reasons to be puked out with politics at all levels. But let’s not give up on our last best chance for self-determination. Voting is more than a right; it is an obligation. OK, I’m off the stump. Be well. I’ll see you around town.
Unofficial Election Results Mayor Lenny Glynn Gary W. Waters Council Place 1 Lucas Burger Rick Hayes Kaneshia Sims Rick Wash Council Place 2 Eldon “Don” Green Tommy Johnson Ron Scott Council Place 3 Marco Gonzalez Beth McMillan Council Place 4 Scott Christian Maurice Mercer Council Place 5 Mike Freeman Mildred Lanier Karyl Rice Registered Voters Participation
1,051 1,656
39% 61%
225 1,369 184 902
8% 51% 7% 34%
1,090 462 1,053
42% 18% 40%
1,279 1,392
48% 52%
1,001 1,682
37% 63%
772 1,093 788 14,474 18.7%
29% 41% 30%
Timely Quote Upon leaving the Constitutional Convention of 1787, a woman asked what type of government America would have. Without hesitation, Benjamin Franklin replied, “A Republic, Madam, if we can keep it.”
City Proclaims September Ovarian/GYN Cancer Awareness Month Pelham advocates Tammy Anderson and Jennifer Smiley hold official document with Mayor Waters after a recent City Council meeting. 2 PelhamOnline.com / Fall 2016
FROM COUNCIL MEMBER RICE It is campaign season again for our country and for our city. Campaigns are not usually fun for the candidates or the public, but they have taken on a different nature in recent years and have become much more unpleasant and divisive than necessary. The proliferation of social media has definitely contributed to the related issues. Rumors and misleading information have become the norm and do nothing but damage a community. I have been thinking a great deal lately about the real needs of our city and the fact that we have to stop letting things like this tear us apart. We have to work together and focus on our real objectives in order to have the opportunity to reach our full potential. As you probably read, Mayor Gary Waters, as well as Councilmembers Rick Hayes, Beth McMillan and Maurice Mercer, were all recently re-elected. Congratulations are in order for these four. There will be runoffs for places 2 and 5 on October 4th. Thank you to all who voted, but our voter turnout was at a historically low level, so PLEASE remember to vote in the October runoffs. Mayor Waters, Council President Hayes and I attended the Pelham City Schools in-service meeting to kick off the 20162017 school year. We were treated
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to a rousing performance by the PHS band and dance team to set the mood. We were then invited to participate with the BOE members in honoring all Pelham City School employees who have given 25 years or more in service to our children. We were privileged to welcome each recipient to the stage as their name was called to receive an award. Following the award ceremony, Superintendent Coefield and members of the Central Office staff gave interesting and sometimes very entertaining reports of preparations for the new school year. We’re all eager to see what this 3rd year of operation for PCS brings. Thank you to all the outstanding teachers and support personnel who are devoted to the education of Pelham’s children! Please be careful as you travel on Bearden Road since the sidewalk construction project is now underway. The first part of the project involved the relocation of utilities to allow for the actual construction of the sidewalk, which is just getting underway. Another project that will affect traffic is the CSX crossover rail line. Once construction begins, Lee Street will be closed to through traffic for probably close to one month, but please be patient because this project, when completed, will significantly
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reduce the number of trains that block railroad crossings in that area. It will also help with some localized flooding issues. As many of you know, the Highway 261 Flood Mitigation Project had been delayed awaiting final approval from FEMA. However, FEMA has now approved this project and the related additional funding, so the remainder of the work will begin soon. We are also very pleased to announce that ALDOT just approved $3 million for the right-of-way acquisition needed for Phase 1 of the Highway 261 Widening Project. This is a major first step for this very important project. Along the same lines, the engineering is in progress related to the additional westbound lane that has been approved for Highway 52 between I-65 and Highway 31. Establishing the Commercial Development Authority (CDA) was a key step in a plan for redeveloping and revitalizing areas along Pelham Parkway. The CDA has purchased two aging strip malls which will be torn down to make way for new development. Members of the CDA are seeking
new businesses, especially restaurants, to augment those already established here. Our growing population and strong increase in home construction are certainly helping in the recruitment of new businesses. You might have seen the recent proposal that the city received for an upscale development that would be adjacent to and complementary to the Summer Classics headquarters and showroom. We also anticipate being able to announce the opening of a new restaurant in Pelham very soon, and negotiations are underway for several others. Pelham Park Middle School is the beginning of the development of our Pelham City Center. When completed, the city center will include the school, the current park facilities, a recreation center, public library, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts, an inclusive playground, trails & greenways, and a dog park. See Rice, continued page 32
Beth McMillan - Place 3 Maurice Mercer - Place 4 bethmcmillan@pelhamonline.com mauricemercer@pelhamonline.com
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FROM SUPERINTENDENT COEFIELD
After investing much time in classroom preparations and professional development over the summer, our teachers and staff were thrilled to greet the students and kick off the new school year on August 11. Teachers at all levels have jumped right in to provide our students with rigorous coursework and innovative learning opportunities. From Project Lead the Way and Laying the Foundation to Advanced Placement courses and Google Classrooms, our teachers are implementing strategies and techniques that take learning to the next level and engaging our students in new and exciting ways. The integration of new technology in our schools provides our students with skills and tools for 21st century learning, and our technology initiative is an ongoing focus for our system. We’ve recently added over 900 more Chromebooks for student use in our classrooms, along with other devices that support student learning such as interactive projectors, improved infrastructure, and more. Facility improvements at Pelham High School continued through the summer with the completion of new, state of the art classrooms and labs for engineering, chemistry, physics, and biomedical sciences. We’ve
also added a fully equipped special needs classroom and made enhancements in the cafeteria with updated furniture and new seating areas. In addition, our facilities for football, soccer, and track & field were enhanced with new turf in the stadium, lined for both football and soccer use, and significant upgrades to the track & field facilities and fieldhouse. As construction winds down at Pelham Ridge Elementary, we are gearing up our preparations for the transition of students to the new building. After our fall break, students zoned for Pelham Ridge will attend the new school beginning on October 17. We’re energized by all of the positive changes in our schools, and we’re putting great emphasis on the actions that will take our schools, staff, and students to the next level. This summer, we assembled a committee representing administrators, teachers, students, parents, and members of the board of education and city council to establish a mission statement that reflects the essence of our purpose. Our workgroup spent much time in discussion about our goals, beliefs, and commitments to arrive at a statement that is easy to remember and gets to the heart of what we aim to do. The mission of Pelham City Schools is to collaborate with parents and community to inspire and
empower students to achieve personal success. You’ll see the key words in the statement are INSPIRE, EMPOWER, and ACHIEVE. These three simple words are powerful and apply to all of us. When we all (teachers, students, parents, community) work together to put these words into action each and every day, we will accomplish and exceed our goals. We encourage you to get involved in the many opportunities to visit our schools and support our students. From open houses and board of education meetings to daily dinner at Pelham High School and sporting events, we all benefit from the support and involvement of our community. You can also visit PelhamCitySchools. org to sign up for our weekly eNewsletter, view our 201617 school calendar, and more. Also, follow us on Facebook (PelhamCitySchoolsAL) and Twitter (@PelhamSchools) for the latest school news. We look forward to a great
school year and all we will accomplish together as we embrace our mission to inspire, empower, and achieve.
Scott Dr. Scott Coefield Superintendent Pelham City Schools
Pictured above, top: Pelham City Schools recently added over 900 additional Chromebooks for student use in the classroom. Elementary aged students were thrilled with a visit from Pelham High School Mascot, Paws.
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Pelham proclaims September Ovarian/GYN cancer awareness month
At the August 15th Pelham City Council meeting, Tammy Anderson and Jennifer Smiley accepted the City’s proclamation declaring September Ovarian/ GYN Cancer Awareness month. Both ladies are Pelham residents and awareness advocates. This is Pelham’s 3rd year to participate in the state wide awareness effort called A State of Teal. The early beginnings of this statewide awareness campaign were started by the CanSurvive support group about five years ago to spread awareness about this silent killer. CanSurvive is now an initiative of the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) and the support group is currently sponsored solely by LCBF. The first teal lighting of the state capital in Montgomery was in 2012 with local municipalities joining the following year. In addition to the capitol and municipalities declaring September as GYN Cancer awareness month, other
local businesses are also joining their awareness effort by lighting their locations with teal lights at night, displaying Why Teal posters in their windows or placing AStateofTeal.org yard signs in front of their business. You may be wondering, Why Teal? Teal is the cancer awareness ribbon color for ovarian and GYN cancer. Why the need for awareness? Currently there is no test for most of the GYN cancers. While pap smears are necessary, they can only detect cancer in the cervix. Tammy knows first hand. She had routine yearly exams and pap smears. As a matter fact, it was less than 6 months after her exam in the spring of 2014 that she was diagnosed with Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer. She said, “I knew I hadn’t felt well and something was wrong with my body, but I just did not know exactly what it was.” She is now also a strong advocate of second opinions because she was
first misdiagnosed as having colon cancer, but is very thankful they found it. If it hadn’t been for the doctor finding the tumor growing into her colon during a colonoscopy, she might not be here today to receive this proclamation. Tammy said, “I will always wonder if I had known the awareness acronym BEAT, could the cancer have been found sooner, before it spread to my colon?” BEAT stands for Bloating that is persistant, Eating less and feeling fuller sooner, Abdominal pain, and Trouble with your bladder or stools. If women start experiencing all four of these symptoms for more than two weeks, it is time for them to start seeking out answers. The sooner it is detected, the less likely it is to spread and the less chance it will recur which means a longer life expectancy. Did you know that only about 25 percent of women diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer will survive five
years? Tammy happily shared that next month is the second anniversary of her diagnosis and currently, she has no evidence of the disease nor has she had any reccurences! She would like everyone to help support the awareness and fundraising efforts by sharing the BEAT acronym, lighting up teal, and participating in one of the many events sponsored by LCBF in September. For more information, visit AStateofTeal.org or support their fundraising efforts by donating to Tammy’s HeadOverTeal race team—“TealOutPelham with Tammy Anderson.”
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Pelham City Schools teachers and staff kicked off the school year with their annual Back to School Institute Meeting at Pelham High School on August 8. The Pelham Ridge Elementary PTO hosted breakfast in the newly renovated cafeteria, and then staff enjoyed a surprise performance by the entire Pelham High Band! In addition to school introductions and other system updates, the Board of Education and City Council members took time to recognize teachers and staff with over 25 years of service in the field of education.
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Just how much is a Trillion dollars? According to the website, www.usgovernmentdebt.us, at presstime, the Federal Debt was $19,486,203,862,406. (That’s $59,719 per person.)
ful lot to me. A billion is a thousand times more than that and a trillion a thousand more than a billion. OK. A relative helped put it all into perspective for me recently. “If a dollar were turned into a second,” he asked, “how long do you suppose it would take to accumulate a million seconds?” I gave up because I dodn’t have my claculator with me, and he said that it would take only 12 days to accumulate a million seconds. “How long do you suppose it would take then,” he went on, “to accumulate a billion seconds?” Not being a math wizard, I said I had no idea. “It would take 31
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years to accumulate one billion seconds,” he said. “Now take a guess at how long it would take you to accumulate one trillion seconds,” he continued. Watching me throw my hands up, he explained that it would take 31,000 years to accumulate one trillion seconds! That gave me pause to see it extended out that way. So with a national debt today of over $19 Trillion dollars, if a dollar were a second, it would take
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589,000 years to accumulate that many seconds/dollars. Hopefully it will sink in on you, too, as you go to the polls this November. Seek out politicans you think are best able to begin to hack away at that debt figure as opposed to those who would stick their heads in the sand and kick the ball on down the road for a future generation to grapple with. For at some point on that road’s destination will come a cliff…
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GENERAL ELECTION 2016 MUNICIPAL RUNOFF TO DECIDE
Council Place 2: Don Greene or Ron Scott Council Place 5: Mildred Lanier or Karyl Rice Polling Place: Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena Polls Open: 7:00AM - 7:00PM DATE
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Understanding Medicare Seminar Thurs., Sept. 15, Oct. 6 & Nov. 3, 10:30AM-11:30AM Does Medicare confuse you? Get answers at this seminar provided by a Medicare advisor from Physicians Mutual. The presentation simplifies complex issues such as the Medicare parts, enrolling and more. Hundreds age into Medicare each month in this area. It is a complex and confusing process for most individuals. Attend this program and get the facts. The seminar is free and open to the public. For more information, please call the library at 620-6418. Got Game? Tabletop Game Day at the Pelham Public Library Sat., Sept. 17 & Nov. 12, 10:30AM-4:30PM Come join fellow gamers ages 18 and up at the library to play popular tabletop games of all types. This is a wonderful chance make new friends and play some of the most popular tabletop games available. Feel free to bring your games and your friends for a day of fun! Please call the library for more information at 620-6418. Library Guild Informational Meeting Tues, Sept. 20, 6:00PM Do you love libraries? Come find out how you can support your Pelham Public Library. The Pelham Library Guild is a “Friends of the Library” 501c3 registered charitable organization. It was created to advocate for great library services and to raise funds for a new larger library building. If you are excited by the idea of a new modern library building, then come find out how you can be a part of this project. The meeting is being held in the library program room. Refreshments will be served. Beekeeping 101: What’s All The Buzz About? Mon., Sept. 26, 5:45PM-7:45PM Beekeeping is one of the world’s oldest professions, closely linked to the development of agriculture throughout Europe, Africa and Asia. Beekeeping engages the mind and benefits the physical health of people of all ages and walks of life. It is a highly interesting and
productive outdoor avocation. The level of physical activity required can be as mild or as rigorous as you like. Besides the physical exercise, hive products can also benefit your health and the honey produced from just a few hives can produce extra income. Learn all about bees, beekeeping and common beekeeping issues in this informative 2 hour session presented by Shelby County Extension Home Garden Agent, Nelson Wynn. This program is free, but seats will fill up fast. Call the library at 620-6418 to reserve a seat. GRITS (Gals Read In The South) Book Club Tues., Sept. 27, 6:00PM This month we are reading Redemption Road by John Hart. “A boy with a gun waits for the man who killed his mother. A troubled detective confronts her past in the aftermath of a brutal shooting. After 13 years in prison, a good cop walks free as deep in the forest, on the altar of an abandoned church, a body cools in pale linen… This is a town on the brink. This is Redemption Road. Brimming with tension, secrets, and betrayal, Redemption Road proves again that John Hart is a master of the literary thriller.” Join us for refreshments and discussion. Call 620-6418 to reserve a copy of the book. Tai Chi Limited Group Sessions Saturdays Oct. 1, 8, 22 & 29, 1:00PM-2:00PM Have you ever been interested in learning tai chi, but don’t know where to start? If so? This mini class is perfect for you! Tai chi is a great way to increase flexibility and strengthen muscles and tendons. It is also a great way to decrease stress and improve balance. Tai chi Instructor Charlie Fetcher will give a brief history of tai chi and will help you learn the basic moves of this ancient discipline in four-one hour classes in October. The sessions are free, but class size is very limited. Participants are expected to attend all four classes. Call 620-6418 for more information or to register for the classes. Shred-It USA Hosts Shred Event at the Pelham Public Library, Sat., Oct. 15, 9:00AM-12:00PM Gain peace of mind by knowing that your important documents will not end up in the wrong hands. Protect yourself from identity theft. This free event will provide city residents with a safe and secure resource to shred their confidential personal and business documents. During the event, anyone can bring their documents in and have them shredded by an on-site, certified Shred-it USA employee. From drop-off to destruction, all documents will be constantly monitored and protected. No reservation required. There is a six box limit per individual. No CD’s/DVDs. Call the library at 620-6418 for more information. Christmas Wreath Making Class Mon., Nov. 14, 6:30PM-7:30PM Learn how to make your door the most festive in the neighborhood this holiday season with the help of guest floral expert Susan Reynolds Smith. Susan will put together three different wreaths guaranteed
to add that extra bit of holiday cheer to your home. At the end of the program these creations will be given away by drawing to three lucky winners. There is no charge for this class but seating is limited and will fill up quickly, so please register early by calling 620-6418. Pelham Library Annual Gingerbread House Decorating Thur., Dec. 1, 6:00PM; Sat., Dec. 3, 1:00PM; Mon., Dec. 5, 4:00PM Join us for our favorite holiday tradition. We provide the houses, icing and candy, and we clean up all the mess! All you need is your imagination. Registration opens Tuesday, Nov. 1, and the cost is $5 per house (please pay in advance). Call 620-6465 to reserve your spot. Free Computer Classes The Pelham Public Library is offering new computer classes that will focus on building skills needed for the current job environment. New and different operating systems are available and we are here to teach you. From Windows 10, Linux and Apple OS we can get you up to speed. Several high-end software packages are available for free such as Google SketchUp & Google Pixlr. These software packages can be the gateway to learning computer aided drafting and image processing skills. For teens we have a Teen Tech program that will focus on computer programming and robotics. And lastly we’ve created a class to help those not ready to build skills but need help understanding technology. One-on-One Tech Help is a session where our IT Services Librarian will sit down with you for 30 minutes and answer many of your questions. Please register in advance for these exciting new classes, space is limited. Please call the library at 620-6418 for more information.
TEEN PROGRAMS
First Teen Advisory Board Meeting Thurs., Sept. 15, 5:30PM-6:30PM Join us for our first Teen Advisory Board meeting! We will have pizza and discuss fun stuff like books, games, manga, and program ideas.
For more details on these or any library events, please visit the Pelham Public Library, our website at pelhamlibrary.com or call 620-6418!
Peculiar Party Sat., Sept. 24, 1:00PM-2:00PM Miss Peregrine’s School for Peculiar Children opens in theaters on September 30. Help us celebrate the release with pizza, crafts, and more during our Peculiar Party. One lucky teen will go home with a copy of Ransom Rigg’s newest book, Tales of the Peculiar.
International Games Day for Teens Sat., Nov. 19, 10:30AM-2:30PM Join us for a board game competition! Games include Ticket to Ride, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Munchkin, King of Tokyo, and more.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS/EVENTS Together Time Wednesday’s 9:15AM and 10:30AM Story time topics: September 14: Colors September 21: Numbers September 28: Numbers October 5: The Letter A October 12: The Letter B October: 20: The Letter C October 27: Halloween Fun November 3: The Letter D November 10: The Letter E November 17: The Letter F
PJ Storytime Thursday’s 6:30PM Story time topics: September 15: Colors September 22: Numbers September 29: Numbers October 6: The Letter A October 13: The Letter B October: 20: The Letter C October 27: Halloween Fun November 3: The Letter D November 10: The Letter E November 17: The Letter F
Congratulations to Ronin DeLong, winner of a brand new bicycle from Bike Link! Ronin won the bike in the library’s Summer Reading Program. A big thanks to our friends at Bike Link for such a generous donation.
Halloween Carnival Sat., Oct. 15, 2:00PM-3:30PM There is no reason to wait until Trick-or Treat time to wear your costume and have fun! Join us at the library for fun games and treats.
SAVE THE DATE: Dec. 14 Brunch with Santa For more details on these or any library events, please visit us at the Pelham Public Library, online at pelhamlibrary.com or call 620-6418!
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Pelham City Schools replaces turf, resurfaces track and makes other improvements at Ned Bearden Stadium
“After ten years of use, it was time for a change,” said AD Kim Kiel. “New technology makes our new surface not only more durable, but safer for the athletes who play on it,” added head football coach Tom Causey. “Now, no special shoes are needed. Players use the same
cleats that they would use on a natural grass playing surface.” The new surface was installed by Pro Grass Turf, a Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania company which is a leader in the artificial turf industry. “Sand is mixed into the underlayment now, giving the surface a very natural feel.
Those of us who played on artificial surfaces 10, 20, 30 years ago appreciate the advantages this new surface offers to our athletes,” said Coach Causey. Coach Kiel added that the field is being striped with soccer markings as well as the traditional hash marks for football. “Now we will share
the main stadium with both the football, soccer and track athletes, giving a prime venue in which all of these athletes can compete.” It’s beautiful, that much is clear. Be sure to catch all the action this Fall on Bobby Hayes Field at Ned Bearden Stadium! GO PANTHERS!
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PHS Students Attend Mock Election Convention at American Village
On Tuesday, October 4, Pelham City Schools will host a Parent Summit themed “United for Safe Communities.” The event will take place at Pelham High School and provide parents and students of all ages with straight talk on the social challenges kids face today—including substance abuse, the impact of social media and technology, underage drinking, the drug culture in our area, and more. Local law enforcement and counselors will lead breakout sessions about a variety of topics aimed to raise awareness and deter abuse before it starts. • 5:30 pm - Information tables & community resources
Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force • 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, 7:15 Break-out sessions The event is sponsored by Compact 2020, Shelby County Drug-Free Coalition, the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bradford Health Services, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office, and the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force.
In the spirit of the election year, six Pelham High students recently attended the Student Mock Election Convention at American Village in Montevallo. Students from all over Alabama attended the event to learn more about the election process and gather ideas and resources to • 6:00 pm - Keynote facilitate a mock election at the school this fall. presentation by Clay Hammac,
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Four Pelham Teams Win State The USTA Junior Team Tennis State Championships were played in Auburn this July, at Yarbrough Tennis Center. Tournament Director Jenny Robb confirmed their were about 40 teams, & close to 400 players attending this year’s event. This was the 14th year for Rusty Wilkes to coach junior teams at state. Wilkes is a USPTA Elite Pro. Coach Wilkes has been with Pelham Racquet Club since 2001 leading juniors on teams through Rusty’s Tennis Academy. This year Wilkes brought 5 teams to state. Four of those teams earned state championships. The 14U PRC Lobsters’ championship tourney came down to Sunday with them and Tuscaloosa both 4-0. The Lobsters won 33-21 over Tuscaloosa to clinch the state championship and finish with a 5-0 team record. This qualified the team to represent Alabama at the USTA Sectionals. The Lobsters had a great trip as they advanced to Rome, Georgia in August for sectionals. James League and Melanie Rehovsky were team captains. The PRC Challengers also won state with a 4-0 undefeated record and finished with a perfect score of 160 games won. The Challengers defeated Brookhighland, PRC Piranhas, Selma and Tuscaloosa. Rickey and Jennifer Lambert and Kevin Townes were the team captains. The PRC Heat won the state championship with a 2-1 team record, and finished with 93 games. Charlie Braswell and Allison Howell Lowry were team captains for the Heat. The PRC Storm won the state championship with a 3-1 team record and 140 games won overall. Clif Render and Andy Walsh were captains. In the 18U intermediate division, USPTA Pro Clay Parrish coached his PRC Pacers and Patriots teams. The PRC Pacers had a great
tourney and missed making the finals by only one game behind Greystone. Rusty Wilkes coached his defending 2015 state champion Topspin Tornadoes in the other 18U intermediate division. The Topspin Tornadoes also had a great tourney as they finished with a 4-1 team record, having just 1 team loss to Tuscaloosa. Kim Cole and Freddy Sanchez were team captains for the Topspin Tornadoes. Wilkes said this was the most successful state tourney to date for his teams. All together the 5 teams finished with a combined 18-3 team record. In 14 years, Wilkes has coached over 100 junior teams locally and at least 50 teams at the state tourney. 23 of those teams have finished as Alabama state champions and 10 have been state finalists. Wilkes has coached 19 sectional teams representing Alabama, and his teams have qualified for USTA Sectionals 12 of the last 14 years. Over the years, his junior teams have traveled to Chattanooga, Mobile, Auburn, Lexington, SC, & Rome, Ga. “I am truly thankful and blessed to do what I love and coach such amazing kids! Win or lose, I am always proud of our kids for their hard work in practice and their sportsmanship. Our junior team program continues to improve every year, and the kids always have great experiences through our teams. Now with USPTA Pro Michael Smith on board, we have started our Southern Tennis Academy for our USTA tournament juniors travel team. Several juniors have high state rankings and are winning tournaments. We really enjoy making a positive difference in so many young lives! The future looks bright as we continue to invest our time in these great kids!” Congratulations to Rusty Wilkes and all the State Champs this year!
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WEEKDAYS Various Activities (55 & over), Pelham Senior Center WEDNESDAYS Storytime*, Pelham Public Library, 9:15AM & 10:30AM THURSDAYS PJ Storytime*, Pelham Public Library, 6:30PM
september 19 - City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm - Pelham Youth Fall Baseball/Softball Season begins (Sept. 19-Oct. 21) 24 - Last Day to Register to Vote in the Nov. 8 General Elections 26 - Pelham Board of Education Meeting, City Hall Council Chambers, 6:30pm
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3 - City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 4 - Municipal Runoff Elections, PCC&IA, 7:00am-7:00pm 6 - American Legion Post 555, Pelham Senior Center, 7:00pm, for more info contact Commander Barry Blount at 205-531-4131 10 - Columbus Day: Schools & Offices Closed - Storm Water Regulations Board, City Hall, 7:00pm 13 - Planning Commission Meeting, City Hall, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 15 - Respite Care (special needs 0-21), free, must reserve AaronsStaffRespite.org 17 - City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 18 - Pelham Business Council Meeting, PCC&IA, 11:00am-1:00pm 31 - Pelham Board of Education Meeting, City Hall Council Chambers, 6:30pm
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3 - American Legion Post 555, Pelham Senior Center, 7:00pm, for more info contact Commander Barry Blount at 205-531-4131 7 - City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 8 - General Election, 7:00am-7:00pm AlabamaVotes.gov 10 - Planning Commission Meeting, City Hall, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 11 - Veterans Day: Municipal Offices, Library, Senior Center & City Schools/Offices Closed; Trash will be collected as usual 14 - Storm Water Regulations Board, City Hall, 7:00pm 19 - Respite Care (special needs 0-21), free, must reserve AaronsStaffRespite.org 21 - City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 7:00pm, Work Session 6:00pm 23 - City Schools/Offices Thanksgiving Break Nov. 23-25 24 - Thanksgiving Municipal Offices, Library, Senior Center Closed Nov. 24-25; No garbage collection on Thur., Nov. 24, Trash Taxi will run one day behind through Sat., Nov. 26
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Pelham Seniors IN ACTION Pelham Senior Center • 620-6064 Open Monday-Friday 10:00AM-3:00PM
The Pelham Senior Center is open to Shelby County residents, 55 and over, for fellowship, music, bingo, trips, fun, exercise, games and much more. Visit www.pelhamlibrary.com to view the senior center’s full event calendar. For more information, contact Director Regina Jimenez via e-mail at pelhamseniorcenter1@yahoo.com or call 620-6064. MONDAYS:
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WEDNESDAYS: Reveille Men’s Coffee Club 10:00 Bridge 10:00-1:00; Outside Lines 10:00 Sept. 21, Oct. 19 Wii Bowling 11:00 Exercise 12:15-1:00 Rummikub 1:00-3:00 Pelham Promenaders 1:00-3:00 (Adv. Square Dancers) Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16 THURSDAYS The Pelham New Pioneers 10:30-1:00 Sept. 15 Mystery Lunch Sept. 22 Alabama Passport Sept. 29 TBA Oct. 6 Newman Evans, Pianist Oct. 13 Bingo Oct. 20 Mystery Lunch Oct. 27 Alabama Passport Nov. 3 TBA Nov. 10 Bingo Bingo 100-2:00 Sept. 15, 22 & 29, Oct. 6, 20 & 27 FRIDAYS:
Tai Chi 10:30-11:30 Exercise 12:15-1:00 Games 1:00-3:00 Dances 7:00PM-9:00PM $5/person Sept. 16 Fall Dance with Sundance Band Oct. 21 Octoberfest with Wolfgang Nov.18 Thanksgiving Dance Nov. 11 Senior Center Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
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Plans for the new library are being developed by an architect in collaboration with our librarian, Mary Campbell. The recreation center and library will be located near the middle school and can be used by the teachers and students for school purposes. The recreation center will have an indoor track which will provide a climate-controlled venue for walking or jogging regardless of how HOT or COLD or WET it may be outside. There will also be a double gym, an exercise area with equipment, a dance room, a spinning room, a large multipurpose room and a meeting room. Good luck to Pelham’s own Miss Alabama, Hayley Barber, as she competes for the title of Miss America this month. As this goes to press, we are all rooting for her. Good luck Hayley, we are all so
proud of you! There is certainly A LOT HAPPENING IN PELHAM! Events at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, the Racquet Club, Ballantrae Golf Club, Oak Mountain State Park and the Amphitheatre are enough to keep one very busy. There’s always something going on at our schools whether it is a sporting event, a play or concert, or even Open House! I hope you will take an interest in what Pelham has to offer and truly enjoy Living in Pelham! I have served on the city council for 32 years. It hasn’t always been an easy job, but it has been more interesting than I can ever explain. I have seen the city grow and develop over the years and am very proud of the role that I have been able to play
Miss Alabama, Pelham’s own Hayley Barber, says “Welcome to Pelham!” A s this goes to press, Hayley is about to compete for the title of Miss America, and all of Pelham is behind her! in this growth. Some people have suggested that it is time for me to retire, and I understand why some people who do not really know me or understand my role on the council might feel this way, but I remain committed to this community that I love so much. We are headed toward
new heights because of the people who live, work, and play right here in Pelham. You make this city great, and the opportunities in front of us are truly amazing! May God Continue to Bless Us All,
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A note from the Beautification Board....
The members of the Beautification Board are excited to announce our new presence on the City of Pelham Website. We will profile our monthly Residential and Commercial Beautification Winners on our website and facebook page. Our website pages allow online nominations for award winners, a blog on what makes Pelham beautiful to us and complete details on all of our board events including the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Light Judging! We are also working on Pinterest boards featuring gardening, seasonal decorating and beautification projects! Come get social with us!! President: Bill Daniel Members: Ashley Anderson, Mosely Johnson, Tamane Moore, Neville Peacock, Melissa Ralph, Stacey Ramirez & David Russell www.pelhamonline.com/city-government/beautification-board/ www.facebook.com/City-of-Pelham-390740711020456/ www.pinterest.com/cityofpelham_bb/ PelhamCityNews.com / Fall 2016 / TO ADVERTISE, CALL 746-1188
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Pelham High School 2016 Volleyball Schedule DATE
OPPONENT
SITE/PLACE
TIME
TEAMS
9/15/2016
Hartselle, Decatur
Hartselle
TBA
Varsity/JV
9/17/2016
Shelby County High JV Tournament Shelby Co/ High
TBA
JV
9/20/2016
Chelsea*
HOME
5:00/6:00PM Varsity/JV
9/22/2016
Helena*
Helena
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9/24/2016
Pelham JV Tournament
Pelham
TBA
JV
9/27/2016
Tuscaloosa County
Tuscaloosa County
TBA
Varsity/JV
9/29/2016
Chelsea*
Chelsea
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10/1/2016
Dig in the Park
Spain Park
TBA
10/3/2016
Briarwood (This is a Monday!)
Briarwood
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10/6/2016
Helena*
HOME
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10/11/2016 Montgomery Academy/Enterprise
Montgomery Academy
TBA
10/13/2016 Thompson
Thompson
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10/18/2016 Area Tournament
TBA
TBA
Varsity
10/21-22
South Super Regional
Crampton Bowl, Montgomery TBA
Varsity
10/26-27
Elite EightCrossplex
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Varsity
Varsity
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Home Matches and Tournaments in Bold
PELHAM HIGH SCHOOL 2016 Cross Country Schedule DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
Sept. 17
TCBY Invitational
Tuscaloosa, AL
Sept. 24
Oak Mountain Invitational
Heardmont Park
Oct. 1
Jesse Owens Classic
Moulton, AL
Oct. 4
Shelby County Championships
Alabaster, AL
Oct. 13
Crimson Classic
Tuscaloosa, AL
Oct. 22
Auburn Tiger Classic
Auburn, AL
Nov. 3
State Sectional
Tuscaloosa, AL
Nov. 12
State Championship
Moulton, AL
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PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL Always Remember That We are the Home of the FREE Because of the Brave! Staff SGT Jeremy Barton US Army; 1st Armored Division; Iraq; Son of Fred & Mary Barton, brother of Christopher. CPT A.J. Blount US Army; Montgomery, AL; Husband of Christina, son of Barry & Terrie Blount, son-in-law of Jesse & Lori Hernandez. Staff Sargent Eric Bowen US Airforce; Coco Beach, FL Son of Ed and Sonyia Bowen 1st SGT Flynn D. Broady, Jr. US Army; Iraq; Son of Ret. SGT Flynn & Marjorie Broady. 2nd LT John H. Calhan II US Army National Guard; Ft. Benning, GA; Husband of Katie Burks Calhan. Corporal Nicholas A Coleman US Marine Corps; Camp Lejeune, NC; Son of Danny & Donna Coleman. LTC Andrew Davis US Army; Sinai Husband of Trini Davis. SPC Christopher G. Evanko US Army, Ft. Bliss, TX; 2007 PHS graduate; Son of Tracey & John Evanko, Jr. LCpl George Jordan Golden United States Marine Corps; Camp Lejeune, NC; PHS Class of 2014. Son of George and Amy Golden.
SGT Robert Lee Hallman II Hawaii; 2009 PHS graduate; Son of Don Hallman & Lee Ann Hallman. Ssgt. Alexander D. Hand US Air Force; Keesler AFB, Biloxi, MS; Son of Doyle & Sally Hand. PO3 Bradley Jacob Hardin US Navy; USS Ronald Reagan, San Diego, CA; Son of Rachel & Michael Jordan. John Hensley US Army; Afghanistan; Nephew of Jim Phillips HN Ross Jewell US Navy; Naval Base Coronado; San Diego, CA; 2014 PHS graduate; Son of Wendy Merkl, Stepson of David Merkl. MC1 Andrew “AJ” Johnson US Navy, Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), Dam Neck Annex, NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA; 2002 PHS grad, Son of Trudy Johnson. CM1 (SDW) Jack D. Johnson US Navy; Deployed in Iraq; Husband of Stacy, father of Joshua & Janci. MP Sal Juarez US Army; Iraq; Son of Dr. Jesus & Blanca Juarez, husband of Kimberly, dad of Ethan & Gavin.
NCO Corporal John Justin Kirchler US Marine Corps; Iraq; Son of Kim Kirchler.
PFC Tiara Stovall US Army; Fort Hood, TX; Daughter of Stephen & Toni Thomas.
1st LT Randal C. Knight US Army; Afghanistan; Husband of Rebecca Binford Knight.
Tre’ Christian Stovall US Army; Fort Riley, KS; Son of Stephen & Toni Thomas.
SGT Jeffrey Malone US Army National Guard; 167th Infantry; Afghanistan; 2007 PHS grad; Husband of Monica, father of Hunter.
PFC Kimberly Sweat US Army; Fort Lewis, WA.; Daughter of Mike Sweat, granddaughter of Shirley Grimes.
SGT Tyler Payne US Marine Corps; 2004 PHS graduate; Son of Dana Payne Martin & David Payne, husband of Madison.
SRA Justin Taylor Integrated Avionic Journeyman Combat Rescue Unit, USAF 455th AEW; Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan; PHS graduate; Son of Kris Mapes.
Cameron Rich Army Rangers; Afghanistan; Son of Scott Rich, brother of Brittany, grandson of Ken & Linda. LCDR Robert Sawyer US Navy; Military Professor, Naval War College; Newport, RI; Son of Ken & Liz Sawyer.
PFC Benjamin A Travis United States Marine Corps; Camp Lejeune, NC; 2014 PHS Graduate; Son of Charles and Miriam Travis. SPC Justin Aaron Womack US Army, Fort Bragg, NC; Afghanistan; Son of Betsy & Anthony & Phillip Womack
SRA Christopher C. Smith US Air Force; Okinawa, Japan; Son of Cliff & Jeanie Smith. Major Shaun T. Southall Pilot for the 117th ARW Alabama Air Guard, Doha, Qatar. Son of Buck and Kathy Southall.
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T C E L RE-E
RON SCOTT PELHAM CITY COUNCIL • PLACE 2 Retail Redevelopment
I support the redevelopment of our existing retail and development of new retail that makes sense for Pelham
Quality of Life
I fought for our new expanded library that is in the final planning phase
Transparency at City Hall
I will fight for transparency at City Hall. Live Streaming meetings, Open doors at City Hall, Work Sessions that are open to the public
School System
I will continue to support our schools. We must fully fund our schools and keep the best teachers.
Business Council
I will continue to work with our existing businesses to meet their needs and help them continue to grow.
Commercial Development Authority
With the support of my fellow council members we created and funded the Commercial Development Authority.
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P E L H A M ’ S C O M M U N I T Y O F FA I T H ASSEMBLIES OF GOD
Oakland Baptist Church
Oak Mountain Independent Church
244 Cahaba Valley Pkwy, 988-0031 Pastor Jonny White Prayer, Preaching & Praise 10:30 AM
RiverPoint Church
Meets at Valley Intermediate, 685-9447 Dr. Mark A. Boyd • sunviewbaptist.com Sunday Morning Service 11:00 AM
1475 Highway 35, 663-1927 Pastor George Golden Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM
375 Bearden Road, 621-0112 Pastor Bobby Lewis • riverpointchurch.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 AM
Sun View Baptist Church
CHURCH OF CHRIST
BAPTIST
Crosscreek Baptist Church
600 Crosscreek Trail, 663-4886 crosscreekbaptist.org Sunday Worship 10:00 AM
CrossWay Christian Fellowship
Meets at Shelby Co. YMCA, 966-3327 Pastor Fred Muse • crosswaycf.org Sunday Worship 10:00 AM
First Baptist Church-Pelham
2867 Pelham Parkway, 663-7492 Dr. Daven Watkins • fbcpelham.org Sunday Worship 8:00, 9:15, 10:45 AM
Indian Springs First Baptist Church 3375 Cahaba Valley Road, 988-3662 Pastor Charlie Dale • isfbc.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 AM
Living Hope Baptist Church
419 Philippians Boulevard, 664-0491 Pastor Clay Parrish • livingwithhopechurch.org Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM
Oak Mountain Baptist Church
1805 Highway 35, 663-3045 Interim Pastor Brother James Blair • ombcpelham.org Sunday Worship 10:30 AM
Church of Christ at Oak Mountain
2054 Oak Mtn State Park Rd, 663-6566 Bob Hutto, Evangelist • oakmtnchurch.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 AM
Pelham Church of Christ
METHODIST (UNITED)
Lakeview Pelham’s First United Methodist 5154 Highway 11, 663-3309 Pastor Michael Miller • lvfirst.net Sunday School 10AM • Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship 9 AM, 11 AM
MORMON
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2720 Cahaba Valley Rd, 733-9038 • lds.org
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Church of the Highlands-Riverchase
9013 Highway 261, 980-5577 Pastor Chris Hodges • churchofthehighlands.com Sunday Morning Worship 8:00, 9:30, 11:15AM
The Connection
3405 Pelham Parkway, 663-7735 Dick Sztanyo • pelhamchurchofchrist.com Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM
135 Corporate Way, 620-0720 Pastor Greg Davis - theconnection.cc Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 AM
CHURCH OF GOD
192 Chandalar Place Drive, 655-1332
Pelham Church of God
2100 Highway 52 East, 664-0120 Pastor Mitch Underwood Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 AM
Hope World Outreach Ministry Pastor Earl V. Gardner
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 AM
Kingdom Christian Center
Pelham Church of God of Prophecy
2760 Pelham Parkway, 637-3473 Pastor Jerry McClain • kingdomchristiancenter.net 3039 Wilson Street, 205-663-3548 Sunday Worship Service 11 AM
EPISCOPAL
Meets at Shepherd’s Promise, 620-1725 Pastor Bob Kuehner • lifechristian.us Sunday Celebration 10:00 AM
3362 Pelham Parkway, 620-9598 Pastor Krameon Martin Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM
Saint Francis of Assisi
3545 Cahaba Valley Road, 988-4371 Father Martin J. Bagay, Interim Rectori saintfrancisindiansprings.org Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:30, 10:45 AM
Life Christian Fellowship
Life Church
1449 Court Place, 663-1937 Pastor Rick Bishop • wherelifeisgood.com Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 AM
Oak Mountain Community Church
889 Oak Mtn State Park Rd, 663-7176 Pastor Gene Brown • oakmountaincc.com Sunday Worship/Kid’s Church 10:30 AM
The Rock Church
3540 Pelham Parkway, 383-7545 Pastor Steven Van Gieson • rockofbirmingham.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 AM
Truth International Church 3157 Pelham Parkway,
Bishop Robert Ivy Sr. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 AM
PENTACOSTAL New Testament Christian Church 2976-D Pelham Parkway, 401-1629 Pastor E.J. Rodriguez newtestamentchristianchurches.org Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM
PRESBYTERIAN Korean Presbyterian Church
7814 Helena Road, 982-1990 Pastor Rev. Steven Son Sunday English Worship 11:00 AM
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PELHAM PALOOZA
The event kicked off Saturday, July 16th at 9:00 am indoors at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena and ended with a FREE Just Show Up Show, courtesy of 103.7 the Q, at the Oak Mountain Amphitheater. Entertainers performing at this year’s concert included: Ben Rector, Nick Fradiani, AJR, Jordan Fisher, BeBe Rexha and Daya.
Event Outside activities included a free “Bungy” Trampoline, shaved ice and much more. Inside activities included vendors, demonstrations, children’s activities and free ice skating. This was Pelham’s premier family fun event of the year.
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